Feminine dossier · first seen 1883
Arlena
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1919
Peak births
60
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
Quick answers about Arlena
How many people are named Arlena?
An estimated 1,303 living Americans are named Arlena.
How rare is Arlena?
Arlena is very rare among babies today, with 8 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 86.7% from its 1919 peak.
How old is the typical Arlena?
The median age of a living American named Arlena is approximately 45 years, with most bearers falling between 31 and 61 years old.
Is Arlena still popular?
Yes. Arlena is holding steady, with 8 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
1883Peak 19192025
Peak year
1919
Decline from peak
86.7%
2025
8
All-time
2,830